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A recent podcast between host Joe Rogan and Dr Neil Riordan and Mel Gibson saw an extensive discussion about stem cell treatments available in Panama. Dr Riordan set up the Stem Cell Institute in Panama where they have used stem cell therapy as part of treatment for: Autism Cerebral palsy Heart failure Multiple sclerosis Osteoarthritis(…)

Cord blood has long been established as a treatment for blood disorders such as leukaemia and anaemia – but there has been a growth in its use in regenerative therapies – including brain injury. In fact, when it comes to privately banked cord blood, 82% of samples released for autologous use have been as part(…)

As parents there are so many decisions to make, from choosing the perfect buggy to the best brand of nappies. Fortunately, help is at hand quick search on google will bring up a plethora of reviews and forums all packed with advice for the family to be. But what about cord blood banking? In the(…)

The Human Tissue Authority have published a cord blood banking guide for parents in the UK. But who are the HTA and why have they created this guide? The Human Tissue Authority The HTA regulate organisations in the UK that remove, store and use human tissue for research, medical treatment, post-mortem examination, education and training,(…)

France Everall’s story. Cord blood banking was still a relatively new concept when little Frances Everall was born in 2002. Nevertheless, her parents saw the value and the possibilities it could hold for Frances. The Everall’s chose to bank her cord blood at birth. Consequently, it was decision which would chase their lives. When she(…)

Childhood cancer is a parent’s worst nightmare, however, childhood cancer is rare. Additionally, the days where any diagnosis of childhood cancer is a terminal diagnosis are long gone. Today the vast majority of children survive as a result of an improvement in diagnosis and treatments. Especially relevant is the introduction of stem cell transplants. Cord(…)

The history of cord blood in medicine is relatively brief. However, since its inception in medicine, cord blood has developed into approved therapy in the treatment of over 80 illnesses. Cord blood is increasingly important in regenerative therapies. Despite this many parents are still unaware of its importance and are unable to make an informed choice(…)

For several years now stem cells have been hitting the headlines. It seems every week a new breakthrough, discovery or treatment has been found with these amazing cells. But where do they come from? And what do they do? What are they? Stem cells are the body’s master cells and they’re the very first cells(…)

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Cord blood contains red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets just like regular blood but because of the special job that cord blood does, nourishing your growing baby, it is rich in stem cells and growth hormones.
Cord blood is the richest and least invasive source of stem cells from the human body. The stem cells found in your baby’s umbilical cord blood can be used to treat over 80 illnesses. Read more...

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